pocketing
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of pocketing
Example Sentences
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Their accomplices then quickly resold these digital currencies, pocketing substantial profits while causing the price to plummet, according to documents filed Tuesday in Manhattan federal court and initially reported by the news website Wired.
From Barron's
More than a decade ago - in 2013 - lawmakers were accused of pocketing billions from their discretionary budgets for ghost projects.
From BBC
Others find decoys to place in their pouches, pocketing their real devices for surreptitious use throughout the school day.
From Los Angeles Times
He has found work downtown lugging heavy merchandise, pocketing about $10-$15 a day.
From Los Angeles Times
Such workers believe they are pocketing more money, but unfortunately, too many do not know about the nature of withholding.
From Los Angeles Times
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